Installation Instructions

Tools Needed for Installation: 1) Utility knife, 2) Hand roller, 3) Large push roller (80 -
100 lbs), 4) Exterior-grade caulk and caulking gun, 5)Gloves, 6)MFM Spray Adhesive

BEFORE APPLICATION, READ AND UNDERSTAND COMPLETE APPLICATION

INSTRUCTIONS!

General: Follow instructions carefully. Peel & Seal is a multi-purpose waterproofing

material. The product may be used for residential and commercial roofs, mobile homes,
porches and dormers, farm buildings, roof and gutter repair. Apply Peel & Seal in fair
weather at temperatures above 55 F. A minimum slope of per foot is required. NO
COATING IS REQUIRED.

Surface Preparation: The surface to receive Peel & Seal must be clean, smooth, dry
and free from oil, grease, solvents or debris. EPDM must be Primed with
WeatherBond Primer before applying Peel & Seal. Before applying Peel & Seal
over caulks, sealants or petroleum-based materials, allow any solvents to evaporate
fully. Always prime weathered plywood, OSB, composition board, masonry and other
surfaces to obtain a smooth, clean surface. (Figure 1) A fiberglass base sheet may be
nailed or mopped in place as necessary, but will require priming. Never install over
tongue & groove plank decks or organic base sheet.

Peel & Seal will adhere directly to most surfaces including

wood, metal, fully cured masonry and existing smooth
asphalt roofs and to rigid insulation board with foil facers.
When the product is applied over plywood, approved
insulation boards or other rigid board materials, first tape
the joints using 4 Peel & Seal, duct or other plasticized,

construction grade tape. When applying to EPDM Figure 1

Rubber, WeatherBond Primer must be applied to the
surface to receive Peel & Seal. Do not install Peel & Seal over urethane or urethane
composite insulations. Because of the uncertain condition of existing roofs, MFM cannot
guarantee the performance of Peel & Seal over mineral surfaces. Never recover an
existing roof where water has become entrapped in the roofing system or where
the old surface cannot be made smooth, clean and dry.

Contaminants such as moisture, oils, solvents, dirt and others will interfere with proper
adhesion. Continuously check for proper adhesion during application. If Peel & Seal is
not properly adhering, STOP application and refer back to the surface preparation
section above.

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 Installation: Peel & Seal is easily installed by removing the protective release liner
and pressing the membrane into place. Peel & Seal is pressure sensitive. Apply
maximum pressure uniformly over the entire membrane using a hand or large
push roller, paying special attention to any overlaps. Dirt and hand oils will interfere
with good adhesion so all lap areas must be kept clean. If contamination occurs, wipe
the surface with a small amount of acetone or prime with an asphalt based primer, as
necessary.

Peel & Seal can easily be cut with scissors or a sharp utility knife (Figure 2). Peel &
Seal adheres to the deck and to itself when overlapped. When overlapping the
product, 3 side laps and 6 end laps are required. Lap lines are marked on the product
for your convenience and will fade away over time.

When extraordinary conditions interfere with a smooth

installation, a bead of exterior grade caulk may be necessary at
the lap to avoid channels where water may enter the system.
This may occur where flashings involve multiple changes in
plane or where accidental wrinkling during installation has
occurred. Use MFM Spray Adhesive to maximize adhesion at
perimeters, flashings, vertical surfaces, repairs or problem
areas.
Figure 2

Peel & Seal should be installed parallel to the slope of the roof. Installation should
begin at the low point of the roof and proceed up the slope shingle fashion so water
does not flow against the laps.

Low-Slope Roof Installation: MFM recommends using two installers when using Peel
& Seal as a whole roof covering. By following this installation method, you will not have
to shift, guide or realign the membrane, which is critical in maintaining a watertight
barrier.

Cut Peel & Seal to the desired length. Without removing the release liner, lay the
product onto the roof deck in the desired alignment and let the membrane relax into
position. One installer should hold the end of the membrane taut while the other
removes 2-3 feet of the release liner at the opposite end of the section. Press this
exposed section onto the roof deck and press firmly into place. While the first installer
ensures that the membrane remains taught at all times, the second installer should
carefully pull away the release liner at a 90 angle, working towards the first installer. As
the release liner is removed, press the membrane into place by hand.
Continue removing the release liner till approx. 4-5 of the installer holding
the membrane taught. Raise this section into the air, remove the
remaining release liner; then lay membrane back into place.

Roll entire 3 overlap with a hand roller to assure smooth, uninterrupted

asphalt-to-foil contact. Then roll the entire surface with a large push roller.
Rolling the exposed outside edge is especially important in achieving
Figure 3
maximum performance (Figure 3).

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Small wrinkles are not desirable, but can be smoothed out and will not affect the roofs
performance. Large wrinkles should be avoided and repaired, if necessary, by cutting
and patching before the next section is applied.

Where the field of the roof intersects a wall, Peel & Seal should extend up the vertical
surface at least 4. Another strip of material about 12 in width should be installed as a
counter flashing. This strip should extend 4 out on the roof and reach at least 4 above
the edge of the roof membrane. This counter flashing must be mechanically attached on
the vertical surface using a metal termination bar and sealed with a bead of exterior
grade caulk. All perimeters must be mechanically attached. REFER TO NRCA
ROOFING & WATERPROOFING MANUAL FOR COMPLETE FLASHING AND
PERIMETER DETAILS (available from National Roofing Contractors Association, One
OHare Center, 6250 River Road, Rosemont, IL 60018).

Patching & Repair: Peel & Seal makes a versatile patching

material for roofs, flashing and gutters. Repair any blisters or
other irregularities to present a smooth surface. Clean surface
and use primer or MFM Spray Adhesive. Apply the product
directly to the area to be repaired and press tightly into place.
Figure 4
A bead of exterior grade caulk is recommended at the
exposed edges. (Figure 4).

Careful Surface Preparation: Peel & Seal cannot adhere to a dusty, dirty or oily
surface. Dirty surfaces must be washed and dried. Prime all porous surfaces with an
asphalt based primer as necessary to achieve good adhesion, including plywood, OSB
and masonry. Use asphalt primer or other oil-based primer and allow to dry completely
before application of the membrane. Avoid contamination of the overlap area with hand
oils or other material. Always use a large push roller over the
entire sheet. (Figure 5) Use MFM Spray Adhesive for maximum
adhesion at perimeters and flashings.

Warm, Dry Conditions: Peel & Seal must be used in dry

conditions where the temperature of the membrane and the deck
surface are 55 F or higher. It is possible to extend the
temperature range by carefully using some of the following
techniques: 1) keep Peel & Seal in a heated area until installed,
2) gently heat the deck area using a commercial grade electric air Figure 5
gun, 3) gently heat the membrane as it is applied using an electric
air gun, 4) Use MFM Spray Adhesive.

Substantial, Uniform Pressure: Peel & Seal is pressure sensitive. Apply maximum
pressure uniformly over the entire membrane using a hand roller or large push roller,
paying particular attention to the overlaps.

WARNING:
Follow instructions carefully. MFM is not responsible for leaks caused by
improper installation, structural faults or failure of underlying or adjacent
materials.

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 Install with a minimum slope of per foot. Peel & Seal is not designed
for installation where water ponds or for areas receiving foot traffic. Apply
to clean, smooth, dry surface only at temperatures above 55 F.

Avoid falls. Always use warning lines near the perimeter of the roof and
wear adequate fall protection harnesses. Be alert to the location of the roof
edge at all times.

Be sure that the roof surface to receive Peel & Seal is structurally sound
and will support the weight of the installer, crew, equipment and any
additional anticipated load.

Peel & Seal is slippery, especially when wet. Use caution when walking or
standing on the product.

Peel & Seal is reflective and can contribute to sunburn. Protect skin and
eyes and avoid prolonged exposure in direct sun.

Store Peel & Seal in a dry place. Store material in carton as exposing Peel
& Seal to light will reduce adhesiveness.

Peal & Seal 10-Year Limited Warranty

MFM Building Products Corp. (MFM) warrants to the original retail purchaser that Peel & Seal will be
free from leaks caused by defects in materials or manufacturing for a period of ten years from the date of
purchase when the material is installed strictly in accordance with the manufacturers written
recommendation as outlined in Peel & Seal Instructions for Application. This warranty does not apply to
misapplication or poor workmanship in the application of Peel & Seal. MFMs only obligation shall be to
repair or resupply, at its option, that portion of the defective Peel & Seal membrane where leaks
occur, allowing in either case, only that portion of the purchase price which represents the ratio of
the time the customer owned the product to the one hundred twenty month warranty period. All
warranty claims shall be made in writing within 30 days of discovery directly to MFM at its
address. MFM shall be liable for no additional remedies, hereby expressly denying any other
claims for damages, whether direct or indirect, consequential or incidental, including but not
limited to property damage, personal injury to the buyer or to a third party and loss of business or
profit arising from the use or inability to use the product. Any implied warranties arising under
state law are limited to the duration of this express warranty. Some states do not allow the exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Typical Peel & Seal Properties:

Roll Width 36, 18, 12,
MFM Building Products Corp. 9, 6, 4, 3
P.O. Box 340 Roll Length 33.5
Coshocton, OH 43812 Carton Coverage 100 sq. ft.
1-800-882-7663 Carton Weight 32 lbs.
www.mfmbp.com Thickness 45 mils nom.
e-mail: info@mfmbp.com Tear Strength 640 g
Elongation 380%
Made in USA Application Temperature 55 - 110 F
Service Temperature -25 - 200 F

AIS P&S 04/07 Revised 3/15

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